Preparation

Step: 1/7

Peel the onions, halve and cut into thin slices.

Step: 2/7

Heat the oil in a frying pan and slowly saute the onions for 10 minutes until soft, stirring.

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Season with sugar, salt, mild paprika powder, pepper, caraway and cayenne pepper.

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Simmer for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until golden brown.

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Sprinkle in with flour and mix well. Pour in the stock and wine, add the bay leaves, bring to the boil and simmer gently for 15 minutes.

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Peel the garlic and crush it into the soup. Season with lemon juice, salt and pepper.

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Preheat the grill. Sprinkle the French bread slices with the cheese and grill for 2 minutes until the cheese has melted. Place the soup in bowls and place a French bread slice on each one. Sprinkle with thyme and serve immediately.